Neurologist

Aptive Corp

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Aptive is seeking a full-time Neurologist to support a rewarding opportunity with the VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System in Harlingen, TX. This position offers exceptional schedule stability, strong clinical support, and the opportunity to care for America's Veterans within a dedicated outpatient practice environment. The Neurologist will provide comprehensive outpatient neurological care focused on evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of general neurological conditions. The role is well-supported operationally and clinically, with consistent staffing, defined schedules, and mission-aligned leadership. As the service continues to expand access to neurological care, this provider will meaningfully contribute to program development and continuity of patient services.

Requirements

• MD or DO degree from an accredited U.S. medical school
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Neurology residency program (required)
• Active, unrestricted medical license in any U.S. state or territory
• Eligibility for federal DEA registration
• Strong communication and patient engagement skills

Nice To Haves

• Three or more years of independent practice experience
• Experience with Botox or chemodenervation procedures
• Experience performing or interpreting EMG/NCS or EEG
• Experience treating or evaluating individuals with TBI or chronic neurological disorders

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed neurological evaluations, examinations, and follow-up visits for established and new patients.
• Order and interpret appropriate testing, including EEG, EMG/NCS, laboratory studies, and imaging.
• Manage chronic neurological conditions such as migraines, seizure disorders, neuropathy, neurovascular diseases, and chronic neurologic illnesses common among Veterans.
• Provide patient counseling, education, and shared decision-making regarding diagnosis, treatment options, and medication management.
• Perform neurologic procedures as credentialed (examples include Botox injections, lumbar puncture, EMG/NCS, EEG interpretation).
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams, including internal medicine, pain management, behavioral health, and rehabilitation services.
• Accurately document care using VA electronic health systems (training provided).
• Participate in clinic process optimization and contribute to quality-focused initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on federal physician pay structure (base + market pay)
• Eligibility for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) up to $200,000
• Comprehensive federal benefits package including: Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Federal retirement programs with matching contributions
• Paid federal holidays and paid annual leave
• Continuing education support and malpractice coverage
• Recruitment incentives may be available for highly qualified applicants.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree